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The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and connection. However, it can also be a challenging period for individuals in recovery, filled with potential triggers and temptations. Combining social gatherings, financial stress, and emotional triggers, October through January can be a vulnerable time for people in recovery Addiction triggers are not merely substances […]

Imagine a life free from the restrictive bonds of addiction, one full of possibilities. In the spirit of Augustine Recovery’s transformative approach, sobriety becomes a path of profound self-discovery, development, and healing—a continuous journey rather than a mere destination. It’s the route that takes you away from the cycle of destruction and into a space

Recovery from substance use disorder is a marathon, not a sprint. The road to sobriety is often paved with various obstacles, and one of the most challenging hurdles toovercome is relapse. However, slipping back into old habits doesn’t mean you’ve lost the race. Studies show that between 40% and 60% of people relapse within a

The link between trauma and addiction has become increasingly apparent in today’s fast-paced society. Picture a world in which traumatic experiences are at increasing frequency, and the danger of addiction grows along with them. Trauma is like a hurricane that wreaks havoc on an individual’s mental health, leaving emotional destruction and psychological wounds in its

Imagine feeling like you’re drowning in a sea of addiction with no one around to save you. Unfortunately, millions of people worldwide know that feeling all too well. Addiction can be a devastating experience that leaves you feeling lost and helpless. It’s not just the addict that suffers but also their loved ones who struggle

Dealing with disorders such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD is challenging as it directly impacts mental health. If not taken precautions properly, it can cause a dual diagnosis. A person with a dual diagnosis suffers from both a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder. It can be tricky for individuals who suffer from

If you’ve ever been through a traumatic event, you know the power it may have on you. It can leave you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Nightmares, blackouts, and the resulting isolation from anxiety can cause significant disruption in your everyday activities. Many try to push these experiences out of our minds, hoping they will go

The holiday season can be a time of joy and celebration for many people. Still, for those who struggle with anxiety and depression, it can also be a difficult and overwhelming time. As per research, 3.1% of the US population, or 6.8 million adults, is suffering from anxiety, and around7.1% of adults have a major

Fentanyl is a highly potent synthetic opioid, with a potential strength of up to 50 times that of heroin and 100 times that of morphine. It is FDA approved to treat extreme pain, such as that caused by advanced cancer. In 2022, synthetic opioids, primarily fentanyl, are the leading cause of death for over 75,000

Crack cocaine is considered a “serious threat to Florida,” according to the National Drug Intelligence Center (NIDC). Criminal groups, gangs, and individual dealers create and distribute this drug throughout the state. To measure the impact of this substance, the Medical Examiners Commission of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement analyzed drug-related deaths in 2020.1 Cocaine